Directions: Concept Building Think of any topic of your interest. Explain your idea or concept using one of these ways: by definition, explication or clarification Provide an illustration or drawing of that concept you want to expound Your concept presentation will be rated using the rubric below Rubrics for Rating Your Concept Presentation Evident Partially Evident Features of the Concept Presentation 5 pts. 2 pts. The introduction covers the background for the concept and the thesis statement. The paragraphs of the body explain, explicate, or deline the concepts Each paragraph uses at least two supporting details to clarify the concept The conclusion presents the summary of the concept paper and restates the thesis Adequate transitions make sure that paragraphs and ideas in the sentences are connected and organized Uses simple language in order for the reader to easily understand the piece